Willie Nelson - Good Hearted Woman Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who originally wrote and recorded 'Good Hearted Woman'?

   'Good Hearted Woman' was initially written and recorded by Waylon Jennings. Willie Nelson co-wrote the song with Jennings, contributing a couple of lines, and they later released a successful duet version in 1976.

2. What inspired Waylon Jennings to write 'Good Hearted Woman'?

   Waylon Jennings was inspired by a newspaper ad about Tina Turner that described her as 'singing songs about good-hearted women loving good-timing men.' He thought it would make a great country song title and developed the lyrics with Willie Nelson during a poker game.

3. When was 'Good Hearted Woman' first released as a solo version?

   'Good Hearted Woman' was first released as a solo version by Waylon Jennings in 1972. The solo version peaked at #3 on the Country chart.

4. How did the duet version of 'Good Hearted Woman' perform on the charts?

   The duet version of 'Good Hearted Woman,' released in 1976, became a huge hit. It reached #1 on the Country chart, crossed over to the Hot 100 at #25, and peaked at #16 on the Adult Contemporary chart.

5. Was there any controversy regarding Willie Nelson's contribution to the song?

   Yes, there has been some debate about Willie Nelson's contribution. While Nelson admits he contributed only a couple of lines, he received half of the royalties. Some close to Jennings believe that most of the song was already written when Nelson joined in.

6. What recognition did 'Good Hearted Woman' receive after its release?

   'Good Hearted Woman' earned significant recognition after its release. The duet version won Single of the Year at the CMA Awards in 1976. Additionally, it helped solidify both artists’ status within mainstream music.